Think of at least two other perspectives when addressing an issue the next time you participate in your U-M related committee or when Community of Practice meets.

The next time you offer constructive feedback, be respectful, positive before adding a suggestion, specific and timely.

The next time you attend an event or conference, either ask someone you know to introduce you to another participant or approach that person by yourself.

The next time you approach a group of people engaged in a conversation, try not interrupt them. If you must, use respectful language (e.g., "Excuse me").

The next time that you feel that someone is in conflict with you, ask them if they have a few minutes. Using active listening and open body language, share that you are feeling tension and would like them to share with you. Listen and pause before commenting.

The next time that silence falls on a meeting when comments are expected, ask a participant for their point of view.

Teach someone how to create one to two goals and realistic action plans to reach them.

Teach a Rec & Ed course.

Talk with your supervisor about joining a committee within your unit or a university-wide group such as Voices of the Staff.

Talk with your direct reports about what excitement on the job looks like to them and assign more challenging assignments and a greater variety of opportunities.